S.L. Arora Physics Class 11 and 12: buying and selling second-hand copies

S.L. Arora’s New Simplified Physics (Dhanpat Rai & Co.) has been a favourite of CBSE Class 11 and 12 students for years. It explains every topic in simple steps and has a huge number of solved and practice questions, so many students also use it for the basics of JEE and NEET physics.

A new set is not cheap, and you only need it for a year or two. That is why it is one of the most searched books on BookFlow. Here is what to know before you buy a used copy, or sell yours.

Which volumes do you need?

• Class 11: New Simplified Physics, Volume 1 and Volume 2.
• Class 12: New Simplified Physics, Volume 1 and Volume 2.
• Lab manual: a separate, thinner book for practicals. Nice to have, not a must.
• Move Fast with Physics: a shorter book by the same author for quick revision. It does not replace the main volumes.

Each class is split into two volumes, so buy both volumes of the same class and, ideally, the same edition year. Many sellers on BookFlow sell the two volumes together as a set.

What to check in a used copy

• Edition year. The CBSE syllabus has been trimmed in recent years, so older editions may have a few extra topics. That is fine for practice, but check with your teacher if you are unsure.
• Both volumes are there, and they are for the right class.
• No missing pages, especially in the exercises at the end of each chapter.
• Markings. Pencil marks are normal. Answers written in pen all over the exercises make practice harder.
• Original copy. A real book, not a photocopy. Only original books are allowed on BookFlow.

Meeting the seller in person lets you check all of this before you pay. Read our safety tips before you go.

What is a fair second-hand price?

Here is what sellers on BookFlow were asking in October 2026. Prices depend on the edition and condition, so use this as a rough guide.

What	MRP (new)	Used price on BookFlow
Class 11, Vol 1 and 2	about ₹1,000 to ₹1,600	about ₹650 to ₹1,300
Class 12, Vol 1 and 2	about ₹1,000 to ₹1,600	about ₹500 to ₹1,300
One volume	depends on edition	about ₹400 to ₹700
Lab manual	about ₹350	about ₹100

The middle price across all S.L. Arora ads was about ₹800. A recent edition in clean condition can ask more; an older or heavily marked copy should ask less.

Buying S.L. Arora second-hand

Open the S.L. Arora page to see every copy listed right now, or search “SL Arora” with your city. You can also browse all school books, or other physics favourites like HC Verma and DC Pandey. Message the seller on BookFlow Chat, agree a price and meet locally.

Selling your S.L. Arora books

Finished Class 11 or 12? Your copies can help a junior and get you some money back. Posting is free and takes about 2 minutes:

• Take a clear photo of the front covers in daylight.
• Pick School Books → Science and type a clear name, like “S.L. Arora Physics Class 12 Vol 1 and 2”.
• Add the MRP and your price, and the edition year in the details.
• Sell after your exams, in March to May, when the next batch is buying.

New to BookFlow? Our step-by-step guide on how to sell used books in India shows every screen.

Questions

Is S.L. Arora enough for the CBSE board exam?

For most students, yes, together with the NCERT textbook. Many teachers suggest NCERT first, then S.L. Arora for more practice.

Is S.L. Arora good for JEE or NEET?

It is good for building the basics in Class 11 and 12. For the exam level, students usually add books like HC Verma or DC Pandey, or their coaching modules.

Can I buy just one volume?

Yes. Some sellers sell volumes separately, and some buyers only need the one they are missing.

Is it free to sell my S.L. Arora books on BookFlow?

Yes. Every account gets 2 free ads that refill every 6 months, and there is 0% commission.